Join a thriving Science department where you'll play a vital role in inspiring the next generation through hands-on learning.
Salary: £25,214 - £26,318 per year
Position: Science Technician
Location: Redbridge
Salary: £25,214 - £26,318 per annum
Start date: September 2026
Smart Teachers are pleased to be working with a successful and ambitious secondary school seeking to appoint an organised, enthusiastic and proactive Science Technician to support the delivery of outstanding practical Science lessons across Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a science background or laboratory experience who is passionate about education and enjoys working in a busy, collaborative school environment. Whether you are an experienced Science Technician or looking to begin your career in school science support, this role offers excellent professional development within a thriving Science department.
The Role:
As a Science Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the Science department by preparing practical resources, maintaining laboratories and ensuring a safe learning environment for students and staff.
Key responsibilities include:
- Preparing, setting up and clearing away equipment and materials for practical Science lessons
- Maintaining laboratories, preparation rooms and specialist equipment to a high standard
- Managing stock levels, ordering resources and ensuring chemicals and equipment are stored safely
- Supporting teachers with practical demonstrations and classroom activities where required
- Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and COSHH regulations
- Assisting with the maintenance, repair and organisation of laboratory equipment and resources
The Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will:
- Have a qualification in Science or a related subject, or relevant laboratory experience
- Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Have a good understanding of laboratory procedures and health and safety requirements
- Be confident working independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills
- Have experience working within a school or laboratory environment (desirable but not essential)
The School:
This welcoming and high-performing secondary school is committed to delivering an outstanding education and providing students with engaging practical learning opportunities. The Science department is well resourced, collaborative and plays a central role in the school's academic success. Staff benefit from a supportive leadership team, excellent facilities and a strong commitment to professional development.
Requirements:
To be considered for the role you will:
- Have a science qualification or relevant practical experience
- Be committed to maintaining high standards of health and safety
- Be able to work efficiently under pressure and manage competing priorities
- Hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
- Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Benefits:
As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:
- Competitive rates of pay paid via PAYE
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)
- Access to FREE CPD and professional development
- Pension contributions
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.
Smart Teachers is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Take the next step in your Science career and make a real impact on student learning.
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